2001 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2011 Renault Thalia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (155 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia. 2011 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2001 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2001 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Renault |
| Model | Golf | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
